3 Mélodies (Messiaen, Olivier)

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Sheet Music

Scores

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Publisher. Info. Paris: Durand & Cie, 1930. Plate D. & F. 11,943 (1–3).
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Sketches and Drafts

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Publisher. Info. Holograph manuscript, n.d.(ca.1930).
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General Information

Work Title 3 Mélodies
Alternative. Title
Composer Messiaen, Olivier
Internal Reference NumberInternal Ref. No. None [force assignment]
Movements/SectionsMov'ts/Sec's 3 songs
  1. Pourquoi?
  2. Le Sourire
  3. La Fiancée perdue
First Publication. 1930
Librettist see below
  1. Composer
  2. Cécile Sauvage (1883–1927)
  3. Composer
Language French
Composer Time PeriodComp. Period Modern
Piece Style Early 20th century
Instrumentation soprano, piano